Sarah’s Handmade Ice Cream River Road

Sarah’s Handmade Ice Cream, located at 5241 River Road in Bethesda, MD, was founded by mother-daughter duo Sarah and Annie Park. The business began when Sarah, who immigrated to Bethesda from South Korea in 2000, retired in 2018 and returned to her passion for making ice cream using all-natural ingredients. Each location features 40 daily site-made flavors, alongside vegan options and specialty items like Pup Cups for dogs. The company has become award-winning and was featured in major outlets including The Washington Post, CNBC, and NBC, while also demonstrating strong community commitment through employee mentorship programs and local giving initiatives.